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Bacteria responsible for fermentation of dairy milk are
Bacteria responsible for fermentation of dairy milk are
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The correct option is B Lactobacillus
The most common bacteria responsible for fermentation of dairy milk are Lactobacillus species. Bacteria like Lactococcus and Leuconostoc are also used in production of fermented milk products. Lactobacillus produce lactic acid from lactose by the process of glucose fermentation. This also increases acidity and sours and thickens the milk.Thus, the correct answer is 'Lactobacillus.'
The most common bacteria responsible for fermentation of dairy milk are Lactobacillus species. Bacteria like Lactococcus and Leuconostoc are also used in production of fermented milk products. Lactobacillus produce lactic acid from lactose by the process of glucose fermentation. This also increases acidity and sours and thickens the milk.
Thus, the correct answer is 'Lactobacillus.'
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